HUELSMAN, Dr. Keith Alan OD, 57 of Bellbrook, passed away on Monday, May 2, 2022. He was born on August 10, 1964, in Dayton, Ohio to Robert A. and Joyce A. (Garey) Huelsman. On July 7, 1990, he married MaryEllen (Moellering), his loving wife of 31 years, who survives him. He is also survived by his twin brother, Kevin (Patrice) Huelsman and his sister, Lynn Hamblett.
In 1990, Keith graduated from the Ohio State University with a Doctorate in Optometry. He founded his first private practice, Bellbrook Vision Center, in 1993 and began his second private practice, Springboro Eye Care, in 2003. He spent his career serving his patients, not only with eye care needs, but with prayers, hugs and encouragement.
His family would say that Keith was the best husband and father that has ever lived. His friends would say that he loved them and loved life to the fullest. His love for his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, was evident in the way he lived and loved. He attended Apex Church in Kettering, Ohio and his passion was being involved with and supporting missions around the world.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Lisa Ann and brother in law, Michael Hamblett. He is also survived by his two daughters Brianna (Derek) Rogers and Jocelyn Huelsman, and his son Jacob Huelsman.
Family will receive friends on Friday, May 13, 2022 from 12:00-2:00PM at Apex Church, 5200 Far Hills Ave, Dayton, OH 45429. A funeral service will follow at 2:00PM. A private burial will take place the following day at David’s Cemetery.
Keith’s family requests that memorial contributions be made to Shamwari4Jesus that supports pre-school children in the poorest areas of South Africa. Contributions may be made online at https://oneplusgod.org/ministry-through-movement-south-africa/ or checks may be made payable to One Plus God Ministries with “Shamwari4Jesus” written in the memo and mailed to OPG, 389 E. Church St, Marion, OH 43302. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.
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